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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBuilding Permit #559 - 31 EAST WATER STREET 1/24/2012 TOWN OF NORTH ANDOVER APPLICATION FOR PLAN EXAMINATION Permit NO: D Date Received Date Issued: /—� IMPORTANT:Applicant must complete all items on this page ! �� /� LOCATION C �Cti�S �/V �� A/. JZl /V l/d Print PC PROPERTY OWNER AV �A CA f Unit# Print MAP NO: PARCEL: ZONING DISTRICT: Historic District yes Machine Shop Villa 100 year-old structure 191-c— TYPEOFIMPROVEMENT PROPOSED USE Residential Non- Residential ❑ New Building ❑One family ❑Addition p(Two or more family ❑ Industrial ❑Alteration No. of units: ❑ Commercial ❑ Repair, replacement D Assessory Bldg ❑ Others: ❑Demolition ❑Other c r—1W z, .r - :: r .� a -rr '.. Nod z -�s i - `'s�,Y.'t,; rr w,5 is �C. 1-e �'yJoodplam ❑�T+rctlands C C 3� titers e D1$ft1C >a -..a ! �`01 a R: Wra�e7l'tS,e�V4!ei'#:�..+,.3 f_s.3-T-•-':�f 'fir � .,;e?^=` _r:....r`=:'u�nr4cdi:>..x ^>` .�,.�'�� a, .�..aio-4�'rF>x G� #iF.�-y naa°:�s. wa`.- .i ,.a,: DESCRIPTION OF WORK TO BE PERFORMED: , Cc)-,r( V t cl at (Identification Please Type or Print Clearly) OWNER: Name:_ 4:5,-ri Phone: Address: CONTRACTOR Name: Phone: Address: Supervisor's Construction License: Exp. Date: Home Improvement License: Exp. Date: ARCHITECT/ENGINEER Phone: Address: Reg. No. FEE SCHEDULE.BULDING PERMIT.$12.00 PER$1000.00 OF THE TOTAL ESTIMATED COST BASED ON$128.00 PER S,F, Total Project Cost: $ sego FEE: $ Check No.: /1�' Receipt No.: Q M a! NOTE: Persons conbactrng with Unregistered contractors do not have access to the guaranty trnd Signature of�Ager%1':IOwner. . : : - �:;_Slgnatut'etio'f contractor ` - Location ,.,?� :-jr ai� w S�r No. Date 12— TOWN 2--TOWN OF NORTH ANDOVER H R �� 9 Certificate of Occupancy $ "� Building/Frame Permit Fee $ Foundation Permit Fee $ Other Permit Fee $ TOTAL $ Check # 24971 Building Inspector Plans Submitted ❑ Plans Waived ❑ Certified Plot Plan ❑ Stamped Plans ❑ TYPE OF SEWERAGE DISPOSAL Public Sewer ❑ Tanning/Massage/Body Art ❑ Swimming Pools ❑ Well ❑ Tobacco Sales ❑ Food Packaging/Sales ❑ Private(septic tank,etc. Ej Permanent Dumpster on Site ❑ THE FOLLOWING SECTIONS FOR OFFICE USE ONLY INTERDEPARTMENTAL SIGN OFF - U FORM DATE REJECTED DATE APPROVED PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT ❑ ❑ COMMENTS CONSERVATION Reviewed on Signature COMMENTS 14EALTH Reviewed on Signature COMMENTS S 1 Zoning Board of Appeals:Variance, Petition No: Zoning Decisionlreceipt submitted yes Planning Board Decision: Comments Conservation Decision: Comments Water & Sewer Connection/Signature& Date Driveway Permit DPW Town Engineer: Signature: Located 384 Osgood Street FIRE DEPARTMENT -Temp Dumpster on site yes no Located at 124 Main Street Fire Department signature/date COMMENTS Dimension Number of Stories: Total square feet of floor area, based on Exterior dimensions. Total land area, sq. ft.: ELECTRICAL: Movement of Meter location, mast or service drop requires approval of Electrical Inspector Yes No DANGER ZONE LITERATURE: Yes No MGL Chapter 186 Section 21A—F and G min.$100-$1000 fine NOTES and DATA— (For department use ❑ Notified for pickup - Date Doc:.Building Permit Revised 2011 June/mi Building Department The following Is a list of the required forms to be filled out for the appropriate permit to be obtained. Roofing, Siding, Interior Rehabilitation Permits a Building Permit Application o Workers Comp Affidavit a Photo Copy of H.I.C. And/Or C.S.L. Licenses a Copy of Contract o Floor Plan Or Proposed Interior Work a Engineering Affidavits for Engineered products - NOTE: All dumpster permits require sign off from Fire Department prior to issuance of Bldg Permit Addition or Decks o Building Permit Application o Certified Surveyed Plot Plan ❑ Workers Comp Affidavit o Photo Copy of H.I.C. And C.S.L. Licenses a Copy Of Contract ❑ Floor/Crossection/Elevation Plan Of Proposed Work With Sprinkler Plan And Hydraulic Calculations (If Applicable) a Mass check Energy Compliance Report (if Applicable) o Engineering Affidavits for Engineered products NOTE: All dumpster permits require sign off from Fire Department prior to issuance of Bldg Permit New Construction (Single and Two Family) a Building Permit Application o Certified Proposed Plot Plan a Photo of H.I.C. And C.S.L. Licenses o Workers Comp Affidavit ❑ Two Sets of Building Plans (One To Be Returned) to Include Sprinkler Plan And Hydraulic Calculations (If Applicable) ❑ Copy of Contract a Mass check Energy Compliance Report ❑ Engineering Affidavits for Engineered products NOTE: All dumpster permits require sign off from Fire Department prior to issuance of Bldg .Permit Tit all cases if a variance or special permit was required the Town Clerics office must stamp the decision from the Board of Appeals that the appeal period is over. The applicant must then get this recorded at the Registry of Deeds. One copy and proof of recording must be submitted with the building application Doe: Doc.Building Permit Revised 2008mi From:Rena Keays FaxID:6038227101 Page 2 of 2 Date:1/24/20,12 11:11 AM Page:2 of 2 TRUEN50 OP ID: RK CERTIFICATE OF LIABILITY INSURANCE F DATEYYYY) 011/24/1/24/12 THIS CERTIFICATE IS ISSUED AS A MATTER OF INFORMATION ONLY AND CONFERS NO RIGHTS UPON THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER. THIS CERTIFICATE DOES NOT AFFIRMATIVELY OR NEGATIVELY AMEND, EXTEND OR ALTER THE COVERAGE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES BELOW. THIS CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE ISSUING INSURER(S), AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE OR PRODUCER,AND THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER. IMPORTANT: If the certificate holder is an ADDITIONAL INSURED, the policy(les) must be endorsed. If SUBROGATION IS WAIVED, subject to the terms and conditions of the policy, certain policies may require an endorsement. A statement on this certificate does not confer rights to the certificate holder in lieu of such endorsement(s). PRODUCER 603-335-4300 CONTACT NAME: IMMANUEL Insurance Agy-SAN PO Box 300 603-822-7101 A/CNNo Ext):NE FAX No): Barrington,NH 03825 ADDRESS: IMMANUEL Ins Agy Inc INSURER(S)AFFORDING COVERAGE NAIC q INSURER A:Alterra INSURED True North Contracting LLC INSURERS:Riverport Ins Company Costas Miminas 30 Old Dover Rd #602 INSURER C: Rochester, NH 03867 INSURER D: INSURER E: INSURER F: COVERAGES CERTIFICATE NUMBER: REVISION NUMBER: THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT THE POLICIES OF INSURANCE LISTED BELOW HAVE BEEN ISSUED TO THE INSURED NAMED ABOVE FOR THE POLICY PERIOD INDICATED. NOTWITHSTANDING ANY REQUIREMENT, TERM OR CONDITION OF ANY CONTRACT OR OTHER DOCUMENT WITH RESPECT TO WHICH THIS CERTIFICATE MAY BE ISSUED OR MAY PERTAIN, THE INSURANCE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES DESCRIBED HEREIN IS SUBJECT TO ALL THE TERMS, EXCLUSIONS AND CONDITIONS OF SUCH POLICIES.LIMITS SHOWN MAY HAVE BEEN REDUCED BY PAID CLAIMS. INSR PO L 1 C Y EFF POI EX LTR TYPE OF INSURANCE I SR I WVD POLICY NUMBER MMIDDIYYYY MMIDDIYYYY LIMITS GENERAL LIABILITY EACH OCCURRENCE $ 500,000 A X COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY MAX012402000862 04/10/11 04/10/12 UAMAU-PREMISESU H occurrence $ 50,000 CLAIMS-MADE OCCUR MED EXP(Any one person) $ 5,000 PERSONAL&ADV INJURY $ 500,000 GENERAL AGGREGATE $ 1,000,000 GEN'L AGGREGATE LIMIT APPLIES PER: PRODUCTS-COMP/OP AGG $ 1,000,000 POLICY F1 PRO- CT LOC $ AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY COMBINED SINGLE LIMIT Ea accident $ ANY AUTO BODILY INJURY(Per person) $ ALL OWNED SCHEDULED AUTOS AUTOS BODILY INJURY(Per accident) $ HIRED AUTOS AUTOSWNED PROPERTY DAMAGE $ Per accident $ UMBRELLA LIAB OCCUR EACH OCCURRENCE $ EXCESS LIAB HCLAIMS-MADE AGGREGATE $ DED I I RETENTION$ $ WORKERS COMPENSATION WCSTATU- _11T1- ANDEMPLOYERS'LIABILITY T I SER B ANY PROPRIETOR/PARTNER/EXECUTIVE YIN 0288300498500 10/12/11 10/12/12 E.L.EACH ACCIDENT $ 100,000 OFFICER/MEMBER EXCLUDED? N I A (Mandatory in NH) E.L.DISEASE-EA EMPLOYEE $ 100,000 If yes.describe under DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS below E.L.DISEASE-POLICY LIMIT 1$ 500,000 DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS I LOCATIONS I VEHICLES (Attach ACORD 101,Additional Remarks Schedule,if more space is required) RE:Job located at: 3141 East Water Street, North Andover, MA CERTIFICATE HOLDER CANCELLATION SHOULD ANY OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED POLICIES BE CANCELLED BEFORE Town of North Andover MA THE EXPIRATION DATE THEREOF, NOTICE WILL BE DELIVERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE POLICY PROVISIONS. North Andover, MA 01845 AUTHOORRIIZEED�REPRESENTATIVE EPRESENTATIVE ©1988-2010 ACORD CORPORATION. All rights reserved. ACORD 25(2010/05) The ACORD name and logo are registered marks of ACORD Office✓ o;� mA=VVsin/e Raeaag�ulaution OR HOME IMPROVEMENT CONTRACT � - I Registration: ,;•11,58477 Type: Expiration: 1%28(2.014 Ltd Liability Corpo T 'NORTH(,'ONTRACTING:_L`-tC COSTAS MIMINAS ==' 30 OLD DOVER RD ROCHESTER,NH 03867==` ;` Undersecretary Massachusetts - Depai-tment of PUI)IiC Safetl Board of Building Rc"ulutions and Standards Construction Supervisor License J • License: CS 94807 Restricted to: 00 • 1 COSTAS MIMINAS 30 OLD DOVER RD#62 ROCHESTER, NH 03867 ZL � I Expiration: 3/28/2012 Commissioner Tr#: 18686 I I • i I I i I i AORTH TO" of 0 . No. - �` � 0dover, Mass., COCHICMEWICK DRATED Cl BOARD OF HEALTH Food/Kitchen Septic System �PERMIT T D L_ BUILDING INSPECTOR THIS CERTIFIES THAT................ u """"""""' " Foundation 117 has permission to erect.... ................ buildings on ... ...... ..)..... .. ................... ........i........... Rough to be occupied as............... . .. ... ..........Gtil/. +ct�..�,�..... , ... ... .. chimney .. . .............................................. provided that the person accepting permit shall in every respect confo to the terms of the application on file in Final this office, and to the provisions of the Codes and By-Laws relating to the Inspection, Alteration and Construction of Buildings in the Town of North Andover. PLUMBING INSPECTOR VIOLATION of the Zoning or Building Regulations Voids this Permit. Rough Final PERMIT EXPIRES IN 6 MONTHS ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR UNLESS CONSTRUC S S Rough ..............f ................................................................................. Service BUILDING INSPECTOR Final Occupancy Permit Required to Occupy Building GAS INSPECTOR Rough Display in a Conspicuous Place on the Premises — Do- Not Remove Final No Lathing or Dry Wall To Be Done FIRE-DEPARTMENT Until Inspected and Approved by the Building Inspector. Burner Street No. SEE REVERSE SIDE Smoke Det. The Commonwealth ofMassachusetts Department oflndustrid(Accidents Office of Investigations 600 Washington Street U Boston,MA 02111 www.mas.�g®v/iia " Workers' Compensation Insurance Affidavit:Builders/Contractors/Electricians/Plumbers Amp licant Information .'lease Print Le 'bl Name(Business/Organizationllndividual): Address: 3 C7 Q L YO (, C J-Z .City/State/Zip:_ Mac-���Cts �� 6� Phone#: GO 3 ' 2. v-� 0- X Are you an employer?Check the appropriate box: 1.MI am a em to er with ?L 4. FBM Project(required): P Y ❑I am a general contractor and I employees(full and/or part-time).* have hired the sub-contractorsew construction 2.❑ I am a sole proprietor or partner- listed on the attached sh%et.temodeling ship and have no employees These sub-contractors have working for me in any capacity, workers'comp,insurance, emolition [No workers'comp,insurance 5. ❑ We are a corporation and its ilding addition required.] .officers have exercised their ectrical repairs or additions3.❑ I am a homeowner doing alI work right of exemption per MGL mbing repairs or additionsmyself.[No workers'comp. c.152,§1(4),and we have noinsurance re aired. T ofrepairs9 ] • employees.[No workerscompinsurance required.] her *Any applicant that checks box 41 must also fill out the section below sho 'compensation policy information. t Homeowners who submit this affidavit indicating they are doing all wing their workers work and then hire outside contractors must submit a new affidavit indicating such. #Contractors that check this box must attached an additional sheet showing the name of the sub-contractors and their workers'comp,policy information. I am an employer that fsproviding workers'compensation insurance for information. my employees. Below is the policy and job site Insurance Company Name: n, Policy#or Self-ins.Lic.#: Cn�C D, Expiration Date:_ GU Job Site Address: 3A'K vta Cyt b City/State/Zip: Attach a copy of the workers'compensation policy declaration page(showing the policy number and expiration date). Failure to secure coverage as required under Section 25A ofMGL c. 152 can lead to the imposition of criminal penalties of a fine up to$1,500.00 and/or one-year imprisonment,as well as civil penalties in the form of a STOP WORK ORDER and a fine Of up to$250.00 a day against the violator. Be advised that a copy of this statement may be forwarded to the Office of Investigations of the DIA•for insurance coverage verification. fP I rY Ido Izereby certify under titepains ndpenalties o er'u thatthe informationprovidedabove is tYu anrlcorrect. Si ature: - Date- ! z ?hone#: U s d \ Official use only. Do not write in this area,to be completed by city or town official City or Town: Permit/License# Issuing use (circle one): I.Board of Health 2.Building Department 3.City/Town Clerk 4.Electri 6.Other cal Inspector 5.PIumbing Inspector Contact Person: Phone M Information and Instructions Massachusetts General Laws chapter 152 requires all employers to provide workers'compensation for their employees. Pursuant to this statute,an employee is defined as"...every person in the service of another under any contract of hire, express or implied,oral or written." An employer is defined as"an individual,partnership,association,corporation or other legal entity,or any two or more Of the foregoing engaged in a joint enterprise,and including the legal representatives of a deceased employer,or the receiver or trustee of an individual,partnership,association or other legal entity,employing employees. However the owner of a dwelling house having not more than three apartments and who resides therein,or the occupant of the dwelling house of another who employs persons to do maintenance,construction or repair work on such dwelling house or on the grounds or building appurtenant thereto shall not because of such employment be deemed to be an employer." MGL chapter 152, §25C(6)also states that"everystate or local licensing agency shall yvxthhold the issuance or renewal of a Iicense or permit to operate a business or to construct buildings in the commonwealth for any applicant who has not produced acceptable evidence of compliance with the insurance coverage required.- Additionally,MGL chapter 152,§25C(7)states"Neither the commonwealth nor any of its political subdivisions shall enter into any contract for the performance ofpublic work until acceptable evidence of compliance with the insurance requirements of this chapter have been presented to the contracting authority." Applicants Please fill out the workers'compensation affidavit completely,by checking the boxes that apply to your situation and,if necessary,supply sub-contractors)name(s),address(es)andphonenumber(s)along with their certificate(s)of insurance. Limited Liability Companies(LLC)or Limited Liability Partnerships(LLP)with no employees other than the members or partners,are not required to carry workers'compensation insurance. If an LLC or LLP does have employees,a policy is required. Be advised that this affidavit may be submitted to the Department of Industrial Accidents for confirmation of insurance coverage. Also be sure to sign and date the affidavit. The affidavit should be returned to the city or town that the application for the permit or license is being requested,not the Department of Industrial Accidents. Should you have any questions regarding the law or if you are required to obtain a workers' compensation policy;please call the Depailment at the number listed below. Self-insured companies should enter their .self-insurance license number on the appropriate line. City or Town Officials Please be sure that the affidavit is complete and printed legibly. The Department has provided a space at the bottom of the affidavit for you to fill out in the event the Office of Investigations has to contact you regarding the applicant. Please be sure to fill in the permitllicense number which will be used as a reference dumber. In addition,an applicant that must submit multiple permit/license applications in any given year,need only submit one affidavit indicating current Policy information(ifnecessary)and under"Job Site Address"the applicant should write"all locations in . (city or town)."A copy of the affidavit that has beedofficially stamped or marled by the city or town may be provided to the applicant as proof that a valid affidavit is on file for future permits or licenses. A new affidavit must be filled out each year.Where a home owner or citizen is obtaining a license or permit not related to,any business or commercial venture (i.e.a dog license or permit to bum leaves etc.)said person is NOTrequired to complete this affidavit. The Office of Investigations would like to thank you'in advance for your cooperation and should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to give us a call. The Department's address,telephone and fax number: The Cora ormc- ','I of�i��ssac"e�setrs Department of zndustrial Accidents Of to Of lu tigatjonS 600 Washington Street Boston;MA 02111 TO.#61.7-727-4900 ext 4406 or 1-877-MASSAFE Revised 5-26-05 Fax#617t-727.7749 www.mas�.gov/dia Massac ! nsetts Home Improvement Sample Contract II This form satisfies all basic requirements of the state's Home Improvement Contractor Law(MGL chapter 142A),but docs not include standard ' language to protect homeowners ISeck legal advice if necessary. Any person planning home improvements should first obtain a copy of"A Massachusetts Consumer Guide to!Home Improvement"before agreeing to any work on your residence.You may obtain a free copy by calling the Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation's Consumer Information Hotline at 617-973-8787 or 1-888-283-3757 or on our website.. Homeowner Formation Contractor Information Name Company Name r �� Street Address do not use a Post Office Box address) Co i I' v`1 v11 j— (,c Cnnrracroi N. sperson/Owner Name ACity/I own / State ! j Zip Code Business Address(must include a street address) y ��L ✓�_ V 3� dL O,�, - G a me Phone Evening Phone City/Town l State Zip Code 6 / Mailing Address(It different from above) � � � Business Phone Federal Employer M or S.S.Nutnber Low inquires that most home Home Improvement Contractor Reg.Number Expiration date \ tf ��' ���✓✓✓ r improvement contractors have �2- -7--Zk-� , a valid registration number ( S � /J—�C C/ Y r The Contractor agrees to do the foIIowing work for the Homeowner: SS '7 (Describe in detail the work to completed,specifying the type,brand,and grade of ma-.-'6 s to be ttsed,��additiona]sheets if n e c es sarv.) v VlZ_v (Z( C jZ ✓z. Required Permits-The followinglbuilding permits are required Proposed Start and Completion Schedule-The following schedule will and will be secured by the contractoras the homeowner's agent: be adhered to unless circumstances beyond the contractor's control arise (Owners who secure their 9'1�vn permits will be excluded from the Guaranty Fund provisions of MGL chapter 142A.) 2-Date when contractor will begin contracted work y�IJ—Date when contracted work will be substantially completed. : i Total Contract Price and Paymelat!Schedule The Contractor agrees to perform the wor15 furnish th materi an lobo specified above for the total sum of [�� Payments will be made according to;the following schedule: $ ya uponsigning _ gning contract(not to exceed 1/3 of the total contract price or the cost of special order items,whichever is greater) $ SJ by /2 -or upon completion of_ .' -V�_ �L $ by / or upon completion o P p f Ii $ upon completion i the�contract. (Law forbidsdemanding full payment until contract is completed to both party's satisfaction) The following material/equipment must be special $A V 7u + ordered before the cgntracted rvo�lc begins in order to be paid for to meet the completion schedule(**) $ to be paid for ' NOTES:(*)Including all finance charges(**)Law requires that any deposit or down-payment required by the contractor before work begins may not exceed the greater of1(a)one-third of the total contract price or(b)the actual cost of any special equipment or custom made material which must be special ordered in advance to meet the completion schedule. Express Warranty-Is an ex rens warranty been rovided by the contractor? El No Yes(all term tile Subcontractors-The contractor agrees to be solely responsible for completion of the workd scribed regardless of the actions of any third con tri ct party/subcontractor utilized by the contractor. The contractor further agrees to be solely responsible for all payments to all subcontractors for In and labor under this a eement Contract Acceptance-Upon signing,this document becomes a binding contract under law. Unless otherwise noted within this document,the contract shall not imply that any lien or other security interest has been placed on the residence. Review the following cautions and notices carefully before signing this contract! I � • Don't be pressured into signing the contract.Take time to read and fully understand it. Ask questions if something is unclear. • Make sure the contractor has alvalid Home Im rovement Contractor Registration. The law requires most home improvement contractors and subcontractors to be registerediwith the Director of Home Improvement Contractor Registration. You may inquire about contractor registration by writing to the Director at 10 Park Plaza,Room 5170,Boston,MA 02116 or by calling 617-973-8787 or 888-283-3757. • Does the contractor have insurance? Ask the Contractor for his insurance company information so that you can confirm coverage,or ask to see a copy of a"proof of insurance"document. • Know your rights and responsibilities. Read the Important Information on the reverse side of this form and get a copy of the Consumer Guide to the Home Improvement Contractor Law. You may cancel this agreement if it has been signed at a place oflier than the contractor's normal place of business,provided you notify the contractor in writing at his/her maim office or branch office by ordinary mail posted,by telegram sent or by delivery,not later than midnight of the third business day following the signing of this agreement. Seethe attached notice of cancellation form for an explanation of this right. DO NOT the co TffiS CONTRACT IF THERE ARF�r�r BLANK SPACES!!! o identi pies oftfie contract must be completed and sed. One copy should go to the homeowner. The other c i d be kept by the c ctor. i er Ignature Contractor's Signature Date 2_ ! //2 e Date Contractor Arbitration The Home Improvement Contractor Law provides homeowners with the right to initiate an"arbitration action(as an alternative to court action)if they have a dispute with a contractor. The same right is not automatically afforded to a contractor,however. The contractor would have to resolve any dispute he/she has with a li� meowner in court unless both parties agree to the optional clause provided below. This clause would give the contractor the same right to arbitration as is afforded to the homeowner by the Home Improvement Contractor Law. it The contractor and the homeowner hereby mutually agree in advance that in the event the contractor has a dispute concerning this contract,the contractor may submit the dispute to a private arbitration firm)which has been approved by the Secretary of the Executive Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation and the consumer shall be required =* ation as p vided In Massachusetts General Lawschapter 142A. ontractor's Signature NOTICE:The signatures of the parties above apply only to the agreement of the parties tol alternative dispute resolution initiated by the contractor. The homeowner may initiate alternative dispute resolution even where this section is not separately signed by the parties. Homeowner's Rights A homeowner's rights under the Home Improvement Contractor Law(MGL chapter 142A)and other consumer protection laws(i.e.MGL chapter 93A)may not be waived in any way,even by agreement.,However,homeowners may be excluded from certain rights if the contractor they choose is not properly registered as prescribed by law. Homeowners who secure their own building permits are automatically excluded from all Guaranty Fund provisions of the Home Improvement Contractor Law. The contractor is responsible for completing the iwork as described,in a timely and workmanlike manner. Homeowners may be entitled to other specific legal rights if the contractor guarantees or provides an express warranty for workmanship or materials. In addition to guarantees or warranties provided by the contractor,all goods sold in Massachusetts carry an implied warranty of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. An enumeration of other matters on which the homeowner and contractor lawfully agree may be added to the terms of the contract as long as they do not restrict a homeowner's basic consumer rights. If you have questions about your consumer/homeowner rights, contact the Consumer Information Hotline(listed below). Execution of Contract The contract must be executed in duplicate and should not be signed until a copy of all exhibits and referenced doctiuments have been attached. Parties are also advised not to sign the document until all blank sections have been filled in or marls as void,deleted, or not applicable. One original signed copy of the contract with attachments is to be given to the owfet and the other kept by the contractor. Any modification to the original contract must be in writing and agreed to by bo&parties. Contracted work may not begin until both parties have receii ed a fully executed copy of the contract,and the three day rescission period has expired. Accelerated Payments A contractor may not demand payments in advance of the dates specified on the payment schedule in cases where the homeowner deems him/herself to be financially insecure. However,in instances where a contractor deems him/herself to be financially insecure,the contractor may require that the balance of fiands not yet duel be placed in a j oint escrow account as a prerequisite to continuing the contracted work. Withdrawal of funds from sacci account would require the signatures of both parties. Additional Information If you have general questions or need additional information about the Home Improvement)Contractor Law or other cons-uner rights, or if you wish to obtain a free copy of "A Massachusetts Consumer Guide to Home Improvement" contact: Consumer Information Hotline Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation ! I 10 Park Plaza,Room 5170,Boston,MA 02116 j 617-973-8787, 888-283-3757 or visit the OCABR website at llttp://www.Mass.gov/ocabr/ If you want to verify the registration of a contractor or if you have questions or need additi�nal information specifically about the contractor registration component of the Home Improvement Contractor Law, contact: Director of Home Improvement Contractor Registration Office of Consluner Affairs and Business Regulation 10 Park Plaza,Room 5170,Boston,MA 02116 617-973-8787, 888-283-3757 or visit the HIC website at http://www.mass.gov/ocabr/ Go online to view the status of a Home Improvement Contractor's Registration: hiLtp://db.state.ma.-Lis/hoinciMprovement/licenseelist.asp For assistance with informal mediation of disputes or to register formal complaints against a business,call: Consumer Complaint Section Office of the Attorney General 617-727-8400 AND/OR Better Business Bureau j 508-652-4800,508-755-2548 or 413-734-3114 j Version 2.1-11/22/2010 ; i